Surgical Technologist

Geisinger Health System is seeking a skilled Surgical Technologist to join our team. As a Surgical Technologist, you will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth operation of surgical procedures, providing exceptional patient care, and collaborating with our team of healthcare professionals.

• Assist surgeons with procedures, maintaining aseptic techniques and adhering to universal precautions.
• Coordinate treatments with other disciplines, ensuring seamless patient care.
• Provide basic patient assistance, connecting patients to clinical equipment as needed.
• Prepare and verify all specimens obtained during surgical procedures.
• Dispose of linens, needles, and sharps in appropriate containers, maintaining a safe environment.
• Assess wounds and apply or change sterile dressings as instructed by registered nurses.
• Document patient information, maintaining accurate records.
• Participate in on-call rotations, ensuring 24/7 coverage.
• Act as a preceptor for students assigned to the surgical unit, sharing knowledge and expertise.

• Graduate from a Specialty Training Program.
• Minimum of 1 year of related work experience.
• Certified Surgical Technologist - National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA).

• Competitive pay rates.
• Up to $5/hr shift differential for evening, night, and weekend shifts.
• Up to $40,000 in financial support to become a nurse.
• Full benefits, including health, dental, and vision, starting on day one.
• Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents.
• Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) and a health savings account (HSA).
• Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage.
• 401(k) plan with automatic Geisinger contributions.
• Generous paid time off (PTO) plan.
• Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year.
• MyHealth Rewards wellness program.
• Family-friendly support, including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay, and a free membership with discounted backup care for loved ones.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Voluntary benefits, including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life, and pet and legal insurance.

We are an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.